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Introduction to Oil & Gas Refinery Process, Design, and Operation

Why Attend

The oil and gas industry is a cornerstone of the global economy, and refining is the critical link between raw crude oil and valuable products such as gasoline, diesel, and petrochemicals. The "Introduction to Oil & Gas Refinery Process, Design, and Operation" course is meticulously designed by Commonwealth Training and Consulting Africa to provide participants with a strong foundational understanding of refinery operations, core design principles, and practical applications in real-world environments.

Overview

Course Outline

Schedule & Fees

Course Methodology

Instructor-led training that uses interactive learning methods, including class discussion, small group activities, and role-playing

Course Objectives

Understand the structure and functions of oil & gas refineries.; Identify key refinery processes and their interrelationships.; Gain a basic understanding of refinery design considerations.; Analyze how refinery operations impact business and product marketing.; Interpret industry terminology and process flow diagrams (PFDs).; Understand the environmental, safety, and economic considerations in refining operations.; Foster collaboration between technical and non-technical teams in oil & gas organizations.

Target Audience

This course is ideal for: Marketing, sales, and business development professionals in the oil & gas sector; Junior engineers and newly hired refinery staff; Operations and maintenance support teams; Supply chain, logistics, and procurement professionals; Corporate planners, finance analysts, and strategy teams; Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) professionals seeking context on operational risks

Target Competencies

n/a

Day 1: Overview of Oil & Gas Refining Industry

  • Introduction to the oil & gas value chain

  • Evolution of refining technology and global refining trends

  • Types of refineries: Simple vs. Complex

  • Introduction to crude oil types and properties

  • Product slate: Fuels, lubricants, petrochemicals, and by-products

Day 2: Core Refinery Processes

  • Atmospheric and vacuum distillation

  • Thermal cracking and catalytic cracking

  • Hydrocracking and hydrotreating

  • Reforming and alkylation

  • Desulfurization and blending operations

Day 3: Refinery Design and Equipment

  • Basic principles of process design in refineries

  • Process Flow Diagrams (PFD) and Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID)

  • Major equipment: Heat exchangers, furnaces, distillation towers, compressors

  • Layout considerations and integration of utility systems

  • Safety systems and control instrumentation

Day 4: Refinery Operation and Economics

  • Feedstock selection and process optimization

  • Production planning and scheduling

  • Energy management in refineries

  • Operational safety and environmental considerations

  • Economics of refining: Cost, margin, and profitability analysis

Day 5: Refining in Business Context and Emerging Trends

  • Marketing implications of refinery configurations

  • Refinery’s role in the supply chain and product availability

  • Case study: Linking refinery operations to marketing campaigns

  • Digitalization and Industry 4.0 in refining

  • Sustainability, emission reduction, and the future of refining

$3875

Cairo

Country: Egypt

Duration: One week

Date: 25–29 Aug 2025

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$3875

Doha

Country: Quatar

Duration: One week

Date: 23–27 Mar 2026

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